Finding your purpose

Amidst the fast pace of modern existence, it can be hard to hear your inner voice and live life according to 

your unique values. Work, family responsibilities and societal expectations can combine to drown out your 

search for meaning. However, you can live with greater purpose.

• Stop and take stock of your life. Decide if you’re 

adhering to your values or just going through the 

motions.

• Find a quiet place and listen for your heart’s desires. 

Think: Is there a cause to which I’d like to devote 

myself? Is there a specific population I’d like to 

serve? Is there a certain art form I’d love to pursue?

• Sometimes our passions become so buried under 

life’s details that we lose them. Get specific about 

what fires you up, and try linking these interests 

to service, e.g., your talent plus helping people = 

purpose.

• With your new goal, build an action plan with 

achievable interim steps. Track your progress!

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JANUARY 2023

Momentum

Live Webinar— Join us online Wednesday, January 11 for Mindfulness: Finding Your 

Purpose and Vision in a Changing World. Register here.

Contact your Employee Assistance Program at 1-866-580-9046 (TTY 711) or go online to

MagellanAscend.com for confidential, no cost help available 24/7/365 for you and your household

members.
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Working on Wellbeing

Nurture your emotional wellbeing

Our ability to handle daily life and major life events is heavily influenced by our emotional wellbeing

• How you feel affects every aspect of your life, from how you care for yourself, your personal and work relationships, 

and your ability to carry out everyday activities. People with strong emotional wellbeing learn how to manage stress 

and anxiety when confronted with challenges.

• They maintain a sense of balance in life, and they stay resilient instead of succumbing to difficult emotions. This 

helps them thrive in all areas of life. 

• To strengthen your emotional wellbeing, focus on developing a more positive mindset by remembering good things 

you’ve done, forgiving yourself, practicing gratitude and spending more time with friends.

Money Matters

January 2023 financial webinars

New Year...New You! Financial Resolutions You Can 

Keep! 

Tuesday, January 10. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

With the New Year, it’s common to want to start a new 

financial habit or break a bad one. However, sticking to 

the plan isn’t always easy. Learn tips for setting realistic 

goals and making it to the finish line.

Your Debt-Free Game Plan. 

Thursday, January 26. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

Debt often keeps Americans from reaching their financial 

goals. Learn to prioritize debt management, including 

specific debt reduction strategies and SMART goal 

achievement. Become motivated and more confident 

about reducing your debt.

Mind Your Mental Health

January is National Mental Wellbeing Month 

Being mentally well means being in touch with your own emotional health, and proactively taking care of 

yourself to stay ahead of problems. It also involves having healthy relationships, plus maintaining good 

coping skills so you can bounce back when challenged by difficult circumstances in life.

• If you’re new to working on your mental wellbeing, try 

taking one small step toward being healthier, and stick 

with it.

• Each day, make sure to do activities—such as creative 

hobbies—that are meaningful to you. Identify and 

work into your schedule the activities that reliably 

help you relax and recharge.

• Strive to get 30 minutes of exercise per day, plus eat a 

balanced diet, and get 7–9 hours of sleep nightly.

• Try some mindfulness. Slow down during your day and 

fully experience the present moment.

Visit MagellanHealthcare.com/about/bh-resources/mymh or call your program for confidential mental 

health resources.